Russell Lewis, MC

The Company Commander

Awarded the Military Cross for ‘leadership and gallantry under fire’.

Renowned speaker on leadership in times of immense pressure

Expert in getting the best out of your team

Russell Lewis spent 20 years in the British Army, serving in the Parachute Regiment. He has served in numerous theatres including Northern Ireland, Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan. However, it was Afghanistan that proved to be his crucible leadership experience.

As a Company Commander with responsibility for over 200 men, he was awarded the Military Cross for his leadership and gallantry under fire. His detailed account of his Company’s tour was published under the title ‘Company Commander’ and is now mandated reading for all aspirant US Naval Officers.

Since leaving the military Russell has worked in both the corporate and charitable sector. He trains large, multinational corporations in leadership, coaching and high-performance team building.

He works for Help for Heroes developing both the staff and injured veterans. He has also worked with Greater Manchester Police, the US Naval Academy and as a specialist Defence commentator for Sky News.